Care Plan 7:   Exposure to
Repetitive Trauma During Care

This section is compiled by Frank M. Painter, D.C.
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ETIOLOGY: This is a complicating factor that warrants special attention due to it's prevalence in occupational rehabilitation. Most injuries occur within typical movement ranges required within the course of completing normal job tasks. Early return to the same activities is essential for conditioning and healing, but may contribute to flare-ups. The distinction is made between flare-ups and substantial reinjury, which may require significant modification of the treatment plan.

APPROPRIATE CARE: A temporary increase in treatment frequency of 2-5 visits is reasonable and beneficial.

EXPECTED FREQUENCY AND DURATION OF CARE: 2 to 3 additional sessions over a 1-2 week period.

TOTAL: 2-6 visits over 1-2 weeks.

WEEK	CARE	PROGRESS	M	T	W	T	F	S
PRN	As indicated for the condition	Should resolve to expected levels quickly

ATTENUATING FACTORS: The degree of involvement of the tissue and the frequency of exacerbation will impact the recovery.

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